Assistant Controller

Our client is a well-established real estate development company seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and serve as a key business partner to ownership. This is a highly visible role offering significant autonomy, direct access to leadership, and the opportunity to take ownership of the accounting function within a stable and successful organization.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys working in a lean environment, managing multiple entities, and supporting business operations beyond traditional accounting responsibilities

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Why Join?

• Stable and successful company with a strong track record of growth
• Direct interaction with ownership and executive leadership
• High-visibility position with significant responsibility and autonomy
• Hybrid work schedule with remote Fridays
• Opportunity to help drive process improvements and future system enhancements
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where contributions are valued

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly close process and prepare financial reporting packages
• Oversee full-cycle accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations
• Process biweekly payroll and maintain related reporting
• Manage accounting and reporting for multiple LLC entities
• Maintain accurate financial records and support cash management activities
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis as needed
• Partner closely with ownership on operational and strategic initiatives
• Coordinate with external CPA firms, tax providers, banks, and other business partners
• Support land acquisition, development, and project-related accounting activities
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting, and accounting systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience managing month-end close and full-cycle accounting responsibilities
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial statement preparation
• Experience handling multiple legal entities preferred
• Proficiency with accounting systems and Excel
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with ownership and external stakeholders

Preferred Background

• Real estate development, land development, construction, or property-related industry experience
• Experience with Timberline, Sage, QuickBooks, or similar accounting systems
• CPA or CPA-track aplus
• Prior experience in a small to mid-sized company environment where wearing multiple hats is required